How to Live what you Say - Pastor Kristin Mockler Young

Sep 16, 2025

Hypocrisy in faith can undermine the Church's witness. The discussion emphasizes the importance of aligning actions with beliefs, exploring the call to love not just neighbors, but enemies as well. Using the Good Samaritan as a guide, the message highlights empathy and the need for faith to be evident in behavior. The speaker reconciles the teachings of Paul and James, urging listeners to reflect on whether their actions validate their faith. An engaging and thought-provoking exploration of spiritual maturity unfolds.

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INSIGHT

Favoritism Contradicts Jesus’ Way

James 2 exposes the gap between claiming faith and living like Jesus by confronting favoritism in the church.
Favoritism contradicts Jesus' upside-down kingdom where the first become last and the marginalized are centered.

INSIGHT

Division Is The Enemy's Work

Showing special treatment to the rich and ignoring the poor reveals evil motives that divide and dehumanize people.
Kristin links the Greek root diabolo to the enemy's work of throwing people across and creating division.

ADVICE

Check Who You Exclude

Ask who you are tempted to 'send over there' and confront those judgments honestly.
Replace separation with intentional empathy and refuse to dehumanize neighbors you disagree with.

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